Warning When molested, adults secrete a sticky, white substance from glands on the head, body, and tail that can be mildly irritating to human skin.

Subspecies Two known subspecies. Brown Salamander , is a brown uniform color, found in Vancouver Island & British Columbia. British Columbia Salamander has many light flecks. Found from Alaska through to British Columbia.

Breeding Breeds January through July. 100-200 eggs in a clutch, laid in groups of up to 35, which are attached to debris in ponds and streams. Eggs hatch after 2-4 weeks. Transform after 2 years.

Discussion Rarely seen outside of breeding season or heavy rains. Populations within mountain ranges are often nektonic. They often reproduce whilst still having larval features since they fail to change into full adult forms.